On August 19, 2025, in the ceremonial hall of the Palace of Celebrations in Taldykorgan, an important seminar entitled “Together to Protect the Reproductive Health of Adolescents and Youth” was held at the initiative of the National Commission for Women Affairs, Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The event brought together leading experts and specialists in medicine, education, and social policy. Among them were members of the National Commission: Zulfiya Baisakova, Chair of the Board of the Association of Crisis Centers, renowned for her long-standing experience in supporting vulnerable groups; Galina Grebennikova, Executive Director of the Public Association “Kazakhstan Association for Sexual and Reproductive Health” (KMPA), a physician of the highest category and expert in family planning and youth health; and Mira Sauranbayeva, obstetrician-gynecologist and Vice President of KMPA. Representing local authorities, Deputy Akim of the region Dias Yesdauletov, as well as representatives of relevant departments and social institutions, took part in the seminar.
During the discussion, experts emphasized that safeguarding the reproductive health of youth is a complex challenge that requires not only medical solutions but also an integrated approach encompassing education, cultural initiatives, and family support. The issues discussed included increasing access to healthcare services, implementing sexual education programs, and the importance of leveraging modern digital technologies and artificial intelligence to expand information outreach among young people.
Participants actively exchanged experiences, analyzed regional challenges, and outlined concrete steps for improving preventive work. Key proposals included the restoration of adolescent health offices, strengthening monitoring and evaluation of youth health centers, and the development of adapted sexual education programs in educational institutions.
The seminar concluded with a shared understanding of the importance of joint efforts by state bodies, public organizations, educational institutions, and families to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the younger generation.
The National Commission for Women Affairs, Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan reaffirmed its commitment to continuing coordination work and implementing comprehensive measures to protect the reproductive health of adolescents and youth across the country.
The event brought together leading experts and specialists in medicine, education, and social policy. Among them were members of the National Commission: Zulfiya Baisakova, Chair of the Board of the Association of Crisis Centers, renowned for her long-standing experience in supporting vulnerable groups; Galina Grebennikova, Executive Director of the Public Association “Kazakhstan Association for Sexual and Reproductive Health” (KMPA), a physician of the highest category and expert in family planning and youth health; and Mira Sauranbayeva, obstetrician-gynecologist and Vice President of KMPA. Representing local authorities, Deputy Akim of the region Dias Yesdauletov, as well as representatives of relevant departments and social institutions, took part in the seminar.
During the discussion, experts emphasized that safeguarding the reproductive health of youth is a complex challenge that requires not only medical solutions but also an integrated approach encompassing education, cultural initiatives, and family support. The issues discussed included increasing access to healthcare services, implementing sexual education programs, and the importance of leveraging modern digital technologies and artificial intelligence to expand information outreach among young people.
Participants actively exchanged experiences, analyzed regional challenges, and outlined concrete steps for improving preventive work. Key proposals included the restoration of adolescent health offices, strengthening monitoring and evaluation of youth health centers, and the development of adapted sexual education programs in educational institutions.
The seminar concluded with a shared understanding of the importance of joint efforts by state bodies, public organizations, educational institutions, and families to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the younger generation.
The National Commission for Women Affairs, Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan reaffirmed its commitment to continuing coordination work and implementing comprehensive measures to protect the reproductive health of adolescents and youth across the country.